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Golden Lion
25 King Street
St James's
London
SW1Y 6QY
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Opening Times
| Monday | 11.00 am - 11.00 pm |
| Tuesday | 11.00 am - 11.00 pm |
| Wednesday | 11.00 am - 11.00 pm |
| Thursday | 11.00 am - 11.00 pm |
| Friday | 11.00 am - 11.00 pm |
| Saturday | Midday - 10.30 pm |
| Sunday | Midday - 10.30 pm |
Meal Times
12 - 9
Owner
Greene King
About the Pub
The delightfully ornate imitation Jacobean Baroque narrow frontage of this pub appears squashed between the drab monolithic giants on each side, but it faces the more pleasant prospect of Christie's auction rooms across the road and displays some of their old posters inside.
The present pub was rebuilt in 1900 and features part panelled walls, an attractive back bar and interesting tiles on the gantry over the bar itself. Curious white antler chandeliers are presumably a more modern addition. The upstairs ‘Theatre Bar’ and dining area is furnished with memorabilia from the former St James's Theatre which stood next door between 1835 and 1957.
The six handpumps offer three or four beers from the Greene King range and the remainder from other breweries. There is an interesting menu of hot dishes as well as snacks, sharers and sandwiches, all at prices considered reasonable for the area.
Historic Interest
Although the pub’s licence dates from c.1690, it has been on this site only since 1731. In 1823 the landlady was kicked to death by a woman customer.
Regular cask ales
This pub serves 3 regular beers.
- Greene King Golden Lion Ale
- Greene King IPA
- Greene King London Glory
Changing cask ales
This pub serves 3 changing beers.
Changing beers typically include:
- Greene King --varies--
- Timothy Taylor Landlord
- Wimbledon --varies--
Features
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Real Ale Available
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Cask Marque Accredited
Facilities
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Lunchtime Meals
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Evening Meals
But not at weekends.
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Pub Garden
Covered and heated pavement tables on side.
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Dog Friendly
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Family Friendly
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Events
Quiz every Wed at 7pm.
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Function Room
Upstairs restaurant can be reserved.
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Restaurant Area
Upstairs.
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Smoking Area
Pavement.
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Wifi
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Golden Lion
25 King Street
St James's
London
SW1Y 6QY
Sat Nav Reference
Transport
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Close to Bus Routes
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Close to London Underground / Overground / DLR
Nearby Bus Routes (100m)
Route 9
Closest Station (1000m)
London Charing Cross
Nearby London Underground/Overground/DLR (400m)
Green Park
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